2001 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 162 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki SX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
